Care Specialist

Pelago; United States; Remote; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Care Specialist to support members on their journey toward healthier lives. This remote position requires strong clinical skills and the ability to engage with members regularly. Ideal for those with expertise in CBT and motivational interviewing, this role offers a flexible schedule with a commitment of 20 hours per month. Compensation ranges from $59,000 to $62,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.
• Active and unrestricted state credential (license/certification), preferably multi-state licensure.
• Credentialing recognized by IC&RC or NAADAC required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial screenings and intake assessments.
• Guide members through care pathways and facilitate warm transitions.
• Document member interactions and contribute to program enhancements.

Skills

Clinical experience with substance use disorders

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Relapse prevention techniques

Strong documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Pelago is the world’s leading virtual clinic for Substance Use Management. Our program provides guidance, support and treatment for members seeking to overcome their tobacco, alcohol and opioid use. From unhealthy habits to active substance use disorders, Pelago delivers a personalized solution based on individual health, habits, genetics, and goals, providing care for members wherever they might be on the substance use spectrum.

Pelago's suite of virtual services ranges from education, to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to comprehensive medication-assisted treatment (MAT).Pelago enables employers and health plans to deliver accessible, affordable, and effective treatment for substance misuse.

Pelago has scaled to helping hundreds of employers and health plans and has already helped more than 750,000 members manage their substance use better. We have recently closed our Series C and raised over $151m from leading global investors. If you are passionate about making an impact on the health of others, join us and make it happen!

Role overview

Overview of the Role:

We are seeking a Care Specialist to join our digital clinic and help members achieve healthier, more fulfilling lives. As the first point of contact, the Care Specialist plays a vital role in members\' behavior change journeys by creating a welcoming onboarding experience and providing ongoing support through recovery management check-ins. This role involves conducting initial screenings/assessments, offering essential resources and referrals, and meeting with members regularly for long-term support. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) expertise, adaptability, and passion for advancing substance use management solutions.

This is a direct service, entry-point role focused on member intake and ongoing supportive check-ins - perfect for clinicians seeking flexible, part-time work with meaningful client contact. This is a remote position based anywhere in the USA.

What you will do

• Conduct initial screenings and intake assessments to evaluate and collect behavioral health history and symptoms.
• Understand all Pelago care pathways, effectively communicate treatment options to members, and guide them toward appropriate levels of care.
• Facilitate warm transitions by connecting members with their state-assigned counselor or coach, sharing relevant background information between both parties based on the member's needs and preferences.
• Conduct regular check-ins with members (every 3–6 months) through video or phone calls during their care journey to build rapport, enhance engagement, strengthen readiness for change, and enrich their overall care experience.
• Maintain regular check-ins with members (every 3–6 months) through video or phone calls after program completion to conduct substance use disorder (SUD) screenings, provide early intervention when necessary, and help members reconnect with services if needed.
• Document member interactions thoroughly and contribute to enhancing the recovery management check-in program.
• Manage a reduced caseload of members by delivering individual counseling and monitoring progress toward behavior change goals.
• Utilize advanced evidence-based approaches including CBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), mindfulness-based interventions, harm reduction techniques, and relapse prevention.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including product, clinical, and operations) to optimize the member experience and inform service improvements.
• Maintain up-to-date availability; we’re looking for a commitment of 1 hour per day and at least 20 hours per month.
• Maintain active licensure(s)/certification(s) in good standing and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, with demonstrated expertise in CBT, MI, and relapse prevention.
• Hold an active and unrestricted state credential (license/certification), issued via a state credentialing board;Multi-state licensure is preferred.
• Credentialing recognized by IC&RC or NAADAC is required (e.g., AADC, CAADC, LADC, LCSW with SUD treatment scope, etc.)
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience providing SBIRT care for people with SUDs.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Experience in program development and quality assurance in clinical settings.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with a track record of managing competing priorities.
• Technologically proficient with experience leveraging virtual tools for care delivery.
• Bonus: Experience with research, data analysis, or program evaluation.
• Reliable home office setup with 50–100 Mbps internet bandwidth and a confidential workspace.

Base Pay Range

$59,000 - $62,000 USD